2002 Mercury Sable vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 326 kg more than 2002 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercury Sable | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Sable | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |